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bone mass

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bone mass
n.
The mineral content of bone.


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The results of the present study indicate that DHEA can increase bone mass in elderly women, although it was not effective in men.
Reduced bone mineral density can lead to the inability to develop optimal bone mass in children and the loss of bone in adults, both of which increase the risk of osteoporosis.
The medical profession defines osteopenia as low bone mass that has not yet reached the level of osteoporosis.
 
 
 
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